San Diego, CA
Asking Price: $485,000 Own one of San Diego's most unique experiential businesses located in the heart of the highly sought-after Liberty Station Arts District. Hawaii Fluid Art Liberty Station...
Businesses in San Diego, CA For Sale
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Thriving Creative Art Studio for Sale — inside Liberty Station
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CHEAP RENT SEND IN OFFERS Established Uptown Smoke & Vape & Mini Mart
San Diego, CA
ESTABLISHED UPTOWN SMOKE & VAPE SHOP WITH MINI MART - SAN DIEGO Profitable retail business opportunity in San Diego's desirable Uptown district. This well-established smoke shop and convenience store...
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Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
San Diego, CA
Boomerang was established in 1994 in Grapevine, Texas. It's a household name in the music industry. Cash-flow is positive and debt-free. Very low overhead for daily operations. Sales and Admin duties...
Cash Flow: $75,000
*****PRICE REDUCTION $150,000-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
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Established Independent Gym — Turnkey Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational fitness business with a proven track record and a loyal, paying membership base already in place. This independent 24-hour gym has done the hard work...
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Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, excellent street visibility, and convenient on-site...
Turnkey Coastal San Diego Restaurant | $1M Revenue | Beer & Wine
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey restaurant for sale in a highly desirable coastal community of San Diego. Generating approximately $1M in annual revenue over the past...
Cash Flow: $64,277
Established Commercial Plumbing Company with Coveted Client Base!
San Diego, CA
This family-operated commercial plumbing company is led by an industry veteran that has mastered the art of operating a thriving home services business without it being wholly reliant on the owner....
Cash Flow: $434,096
Established and Profitable Endocrinology Practice for Sale
San Diego, CA
A Legacy of Care: Seeking a Qualified Successor for a Thriving, Office-Based Endocrinology Practice in San Diego Are you an entrepreneurial endocrinologist ready to take control of your career and...
Cash Flow: $600,000
Turnkey Old Town San Diego Restaurant with Full Kitchen & BAR
San Diego, CA
TURNKEY RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN SAN DIEGO This fully improved restaurant space offers an exceptional opportunity to establish your culinary vision in one of San Diego's most...
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Mosquito Squad Plus
Franchise
Available in California
Mosquito Squad Plus is a leader in mosquito and pest control, built around simple systems and ongoing support to help business owners enter the industry with clarity and confidence.
High-Growth DTC E-Commerce Sleep & Wellness Brand – $4.4MM+ EBITDA
San Diego, CA
Rapidly growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand in the sleep and wellness category with over $4.4MM in TTM EBITDA. The Company offers differentiated, highly recognizable patent-protected products...
EBITDA: $4,446,779
Multi Units Papa John's Restaurants
San Diego, CA
Papa John Restaurants Multi Units Discover an exceptional opportunity to continue the legacy of a thriving Papa John's Pizza franchise operation in San Diego County. This multi-unit restaurant package...
Cash Flow: $408,000
Profitable and Highly Rated Sushi Restaurant (SDE 180+)
San Diego, CA
This well-known Japanese Sushi restaurant, which holds a Beer and Wine License, is located in a prime, high-traffic shopping center anchored by major national retail and grocery store brand. The...
Cash Flow: $183,054
Exotic & Classic Car Dealership - La Jolla, California
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary player in the global collector automotive scene: Sports Car Company, Inc. Located in the heart of La Jolla Village, this family-owned exotic and...
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Stand Alone with 47 license-beautful build out-close to beach
San Diego, CA
Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach, West of I-5 Turnkey opportunity to own a fully equipped restaurant in a high-volume location with lots of room to grow. Situated in a large standalone 3,065 sq....
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Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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47 License-Great Area-Well Designed-Good Volume-Keep Or Change Menu
San Diego, CA
Outstanding Restaurant for Sale in San Diego! Keep current name and concept or bring your own name and menu. Either way it's a Rare Opportunity in this bustling Point Loma Shopping Center Turnkey...
3 Years Established, Open and Operating Home Services Franchise Resale
San Diego, CA
This is an established, open, and operating two-territory franchise resale in the home services space in San Diego. Revenue tripled between the first and second full years of ownership. Our franchise...
Turn key Mexican food restaurant in OCEAN BEACH
San Diego, CA
Prime Beach-Area Mexican Food Location for Sale Rare opportunity to take over a premier Mexican food location in the heart of the beach community—literally steps to the sand. Situated in highly...
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Long-standing (10+ years) Trusted Pet Care Company
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, established pet care business with 16 years of brand equity, recurring clients, trained and trustworthy employees, documented systems, and strong local SEO...
Cash Flow: $64,921
Professional Medical Staffing Company for Home Health & Hospice
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego, CA
Professional Medical Staffing Company specializing in home health and hospice services offers an exceptional acquisition opportunity in San Diego County's robust healthcare market. Established in...
Cash Flow: $1,800,000
Network in Action
Franchise
Available in California
ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? We need professionals who have experience building and leading a team of people.
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue for Sale 🔥
San Diego, CA
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue for Sale – Prime Corner Location – San Diego Exceptional opportunity to acquire a high-end, fully built-out hookah lounge and event venue in a prime San...
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Profitable Dumpster Rental Business – San Diego – Turnkey Opportunity
San Diego, CA
The seller is willing to provide transition support to ensure a smooth and successful transition....
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Cash Flow: $42,000
Vegan & GF Packaged food business with eight wholesale accounts
San Diego, CA
Original, wholesome, convenient & unique sustainably packaged Vegan & gluten free foods, tried & tested over ten years at my prior vegan restaurant in La Jolla. Potential goes beyond just consumer...
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Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA-$50,000
San Diego, CA
Reduced-Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $50,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
Cash Flow: $67,767
Reputable and Profitable Driver's Education School FOR SALE!
San Diego, CA
Step into a turnkey driver's education business that delivers immediate cash flow and exceptional growth potential in San Diego's thriving market. This 10+ year established operation generates...
Cash Flow: $152,377
Seeking CA Licensed Architect - Partnership & Ownership Opportunity
San Diego, CA
A respected, 38-year California architecture firm specializing in high-end custom residential design is available for acquisition through a partnership structure and is seeking a licensed California...
Cash Flow: $206,139
Established Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise | Turnkey
San Diego, CA
Premier Mobile Dog Grooming Business Serving North County San Diego This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey mobile dog grooming business serving the highly desirable...
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Cash Flow: $175,000
Turnkey San Diego Dental Practice – Low Rent
San Diego, CA
Established Dental Office Leasehold Opportunity Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out dental office in a professional healthcare setting. This turnkey leasehold includes multiple equipped...
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Stretch Lab Franchise in the Heart of San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Business Overview Rare opportunity to acquire an established StretchLab franchise in a prime San Diego location. This turnkey wellness business operates within a nationally recognized brand and...
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Cash Flow: $48,401
Established Natural Skincare Farmers Market Business
San Diego, CA
Profitable and easy to run, this is an opportunity to acquire the farmers market branch of an established natural skincare brand specializing in tallow-based soaps and personal care products. The...
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EBITDA: $113,887
Monster Tree Service
Franchise
Available in California
Whether you are looking to diversify your portfolio or expand as an experienced tree care professional, Monster Tree Service provides an exceptional business opportunity in the $36 billion tree care industry.
Turnkey Event Planning Business – Strong SEO & Cash Flow
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly systemized, absentee-run luxury event and proposal planning company serving Southern California. This business has built a dominant reputation in a fast-growing...
Cash Flow: $126,082
Downtown San Diego Gym for Sale
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to take over a fully built-out gym in Downtown San Diego at a price that is being set for a quick sale. The facility generated approximately $250,000 in revenue last year...
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Successful Medical Spa 17 years in business
San Diego, CA
Established Medical Spa - San Diego's Leader in Advanced Anti-Aging This highly successful medical spa has been serving San Diego for 17 years, building a reputation as the region's leader in advanced...
Event business for sale (3600 sqft) in Mission Hills
San Diego, CA
Mission Hills Venue is a refined, multi-purpose event space located in the distinguished Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego, California. Designed for versatility and sophistication, our space...
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Premium tequila brand with proven sales seeking strategic investment
San Diego, CA
BlowFish Tequila is a premium, California-based tequila brand seeking a strategic partner to fuel its next stage of growth. Built from the ground up by a hands-on founder, the brand has achieved...
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Pool Scouts
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Revenues As High As $1,200,000 - Winter Weather Doesn't Kill This Model
1 Day/Week Farmers Market Food Business Huge Growth Potential
San Diego, CA
Operating at one of San Diego's premier Saturday farmers markets — independently ranked a top 5 farmers market in the United States by USA Today — this business has built a loyal repeat customer base...
Cash Flow: $26,390
Franchise Ramen Restaurant – Prime San Diego Area
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire an established franchise ramen restaurant located in one of San Diego's most desirable and high-traffic trade areas. This business benefits from strong brand...
Cash Flow: $165,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Encinitas, CA
San Diego, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial aspirations into a profitable reality with this established Mission Foods tortilla distribution route serving the thriving Encinitas, California market. You'll...
EBITDA: $87,947
Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
San Diego, CA
Fully operational topless nightclub in San Diego, CA includes liquor license, police permit to operate, fully staffed, fully equipped. Millions invested in top notch buildout, state of the art...
4-Unit Gas Station Portfolio w/ Real Estate , High Volum, $2.9M+ EBITA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego, CA
This established fuel and convenience retail portfolio comprises four strategically positioned gas stations in Southern California, representing a premier investment opportunity in the petroleum...
Cash Flow: $2,405,212
Andre Gulmesoff
California Business Ventures
Serving San Diego County, CA
Founded in 2016, California Business Ventures was established in response to the need for greater transparency in business sales, along with honesty and ethics from those facilitating the process.
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High-Traffic Coffee & Snack Shop - Prime Recreation Center Location
San Diego, CA
An established coffee and snack shop located within a recreational Center in San Diego. Strategically positioned in the center of the facility, the business benefits from constant foot traffic...
Cash Flow: $110,000
In-Home Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy Provider
San Diego, CA
A leading provider of in-home early intervention and ABA services, the Company delivers individualized, evidence-based care to children from infancy through age eight, supporting critical...
Cash Flow: $723,928
Turn Key RV Rental Business For Sale
San Diego, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a fully operational, income-producing short-term RV rental business based in San Diego, CA. The business is built around a well-maintained 2021 Jayco Alante 27A Class...
Commercial Shade Structure Business - 20+ Year Track Record
San Diego, CA
Re-locatable - Home Based - California Focused A specialized provider of commercial tension fabric shade structures, the Company delivers turnkey solutions that include custom design, engineering, and...
Cash Flow: $207,221
Fully Equipped Turnkey Opportunity - Mediterranean Restaurant
San Diego, CA
DO NOT TALK TO EMPLOYEES!! Email or call for a meeting Please. Established fast casual Mediterranean restaurant in prime Pacific Beach location with a strong brand presence, modern build out, and over...
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AlphaGraphics
Franchise
Available Nationwide
AlphaGraphics business-to-business model provides complete marketing, signs and print solutions to help local businesses grow. Our 52 years of experience provides national brand recognition, excellent support, training and growth in a scalable model.
Established Senior Living Placement Franchise
San Diego, CA
ESTABLISHED SENIOR LIVING PLACEMENT FRANCHISE - SAN DIEGO Well-established senior living placement and referral franchise serving the highly desirable La Jolla and Mission Valley markets in San Diego,...
In-Demand Bakery | Immediate Income | Primed for Expansion
San Diego, CA
$175K Down | $220K Seller Financing Available This is a well-loved, high-demand specialty bakery in San Diego with strong brand recognition and a loyal, repeat customer base. A new owner steps into a...
Cash Flow: $129,203
Profitable Boba, Donut Shop for Sale, Hillcrest, San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
Profitable Boba & Donut Shop in Prime Hillcrest, San Diego – Turnkey & Cash-Flowing An excellent opportunity to acquire a profitable, established dessert and beverage concept in the heart of...
Cash Flow: $94,709
Egyptian Resturant
San Diego, CA
Well-established Egyptian restaurant and café situated in a high-traffic corridor near a major college campus, benefiting from constant student and neighborhood foot traffic. The business offers...
Cash Flow: $91,200
Fully Equipped Restaurant in Central San Diego
San Diego, CA
Currently operating as a popular pho restaurant, this business features a fully equipped commercial kitchen with a Type A1 hood, grease trap, fryers, 4-burner stove with oven, four stock pot burners,...
Executive Home Care
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Non Medical HomeCare Franchise Opportunity
Buy or Sell a Business in San Diego, Ca
San Diego is a thriving city with a strong economy and a diverse range of industries. Many entrepreneurs and investors are considering buying a business in San Diego as a lucrative opportunity. Similarly, business owners in San Diego may be considering selling their businesses for a variety of reasons. Whatever your situation may be, it is helpful to understand the local market and have a comprehensive understanding of the process involved in buying or selling a business in San Diego.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~250 |
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Median Asking Price |
$430,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$930,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$210,000 |
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Profit Margin |
22% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.1 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.5 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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We have analyzed the business for sale listings in San Diego and have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you gain a better understanding of the market in this city.
How many businesses are for sale in San Diego?
There are around 250 businesses currently up for sale in San Diego across various sectors. While some listings may be presented without detailed location specifics ('blind' listings), a broader county search can uncover these opportunities.
What types of businesses are for sale in San Diego?
San Diego's vibrant economy reflects a diversity of businesses on sale, including but not limited to:
- Approximately 75 restaurant businesses
- Over 40 service-oriented businesses
- More than 20 retail businesses
- Around 20 health and fitness businesses
- About 15 automotive and boat service businesses
- Nearly 10 manufacturing businesses
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses currently on sale in San Diego stands at $430,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
These businesses report a median revenue of $930,000, showcasing their potential for profitability and growth.
What is the average owner earnings for these businesses?
The median reported owner earnings, also referred to as Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $210,000. This figure provides insight into the owner's financial benefit, including salary and profits.
What are the average valuation multiples in San Diego?
The average asking earnings multiple is around 2.1 based on the reported SDE. In terms of revenue, the average asking multiple is approximately 0.5. These multiples can serve as benchmarks when evaluating business opportunities.
How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners looking to sell in San Diego typically have two primary options. They can hire a business broker or intermediary to manage the sale process, or they can list their business directly and manage the process themselves. Depending on the owner's goals and preferences, one option may be more suitable than the other.
